The Owner of Sally The Mermaid Cat Believes Disabled Pets Are Not Difficult to Manage and They Want You to Know About It
Sally the mermaid cat has a story that is hard to forget. Born with limited mobility in her lower half, she still found a home, a routine, and plenty of love.
Her owner has turned daily care into something that looks more like devotion than duty, and Sally’s photos show a cat who is clearly comfortable in her own skin. The setup may seem unusual at first, but it quickly becomes obvious that Sally is thriving.
And once you see how she lives, it is easy to understand why so many people are rooting for her.
Sally The Mermaid Cat
This story is about Sally, The Mermaid Cat, who is paralyzed from below her waist and cannot move her back limbs, nor can she feel them. Janez, who is Sally’s owner and rescuer, recalls the first time he saw Sally, who was just lying there with no possible movement.
Getting a New Life
Janez talked to his friend about this cat who was lying still and wasn’t moving at all; hence, he thought Sally was dead. But suddenly, Janez saw Sally’s front limbs move slightly, after which he realized that Sally was alive and rushed her to a vet.
Discovering the Sad News
The vet examined Sally, took some X-rays of her, and discovered that she had a bullet lodged in her neck. The bullet had made Sally paraplegic, so the vet gave her some medication and informed Janez that Sally would never be able to walk again.
Got a Home and a Caring Owner
This news made Janez really upset, and he decided to take Sally home and care for her. He has to take a little extra care of Sally compared to regular pets, but Janez finds happiness in looking after her.
All the Work Is Worth It
He has to empty Sally’s bladder all by himself at least twice a day. He must always keep an eye on Sally, ensuring that she is not stuck somewhere and has enough space to move around freely.
A Little Extra Responsibility
Janez has a lot of work and responsibility, but seeing Sally happy at the end of the day makes it all worth it. One day, Janez had his friends over to his house, and they were a little creeped out by seeing Sally's immobile limbs.
The Idea of Turning a Cat into a Mermaid
This situation sparked an idea in Janez’s mind, and he decided to make a mermaid costume for Sally. Even though Sally cannot feel the cute outfit over her limbs, its fuzzy material keeps her warm and cozy.
That is when Sally’s story really starts to stand out.
It also echoes Arien Smith’s work on Disney princesses portrayed with service dogs, pushing back on invisible disabilities.
Living the Good Life
Janez just wants everyone to see Sally as an average cat who has suffered a lot but is now enjoying her life as a cute house pet and mermaid. Despite her disability, Sally moves around freely and rushes to her favorite sunbathing spot in the house.
Cuddling Spot with Janez
She purrs when she is happy and cuddles with Janez like any other normal cat would. She also loves going out for walks with the help of her walker and plays in the park and around the house as though she has all her limbs working perfectly.
Favorite Rug!
Janez buys Sally all her medications and other items that make her comfortable and simplify her life. Sally loves rugs, and this one particular rug is her favorite, where she enjoys taking sunbaths.
This merbaby has snack time down to an art.
This Merbaby Craves Her Snacks
Watch this fantastic video of Sally and enjoy. It will definitely put a smile on your face!
Paralyzed pets are so loving and special. Although cats may seem independent and aloof, there is much more to them than meets the eye.
Share this story with all your loved ones, especially cat lovers, and tell them how rewarding it feels to take care of a rescued animal, especially if they are disabled. Encourage people to adopt one immediately!
Sally’s life is proof that different does not mean difficult.
For another mobility miracle, read about a six-legged spaniel getting surgery to remove extra limbs.
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